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September 6, 2024
Title: The Holy Spirit
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 5
Mark Lanier concludes the summer series on the Attributes of God, focusing on the importance of the Holy Spirit.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO?
Yesterday, Mark explained how the Spirit dwells within the believer, teaching us and helping us remember the words of Jesus.
Does the Spirit bear witness to Jesus?
Does the Spirit convict of sin, righteousness, and judgment?
Does the Spirit glorify God? Mark explains using John 14-16.
HOW DO WE SEE THE HOLY SPIRIT IN SCRIPTURE?
Mark discusses Acts: 2:4, Acts 5:32, Acts 7:55, Acts 10:38, and 1 Corinthians 3:15.
HOMEWORK:
Look through the Bible, both the Old and New Testaments, for passages about the Holy Spirit.
POINTS FOR HOME:
Affirm the Spirit’s work in your life.
Glorify Christ – always.
Pray for the Spirit to work in your life.
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September 5, 2024
Title: The Holy Spirit
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 4
Mark Lanier concludes the summer series on the Attributes of God, focusing on the importance of the Holy Spirit.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WHAT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
What is the difference between “Spirit” and “spirit”? (Romans 8:16; 1 Corinthians 2:11; John 4:24; Romans 12:11)
What is the “personhood” of the Spirit? (1 Corinthians 12:11; Ephesians 4:30)
What is the “Godhood” of the Spirit? (Acts 5:3-4)
WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO?
How can the Holy Spirit indwell in the believer?
Can the Spirit teach us and help us remember the words of Jesus?
Tune in tomorrow as Mark concludes his explanation using John 14-16.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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September 4, 2024
Title: The Holy Spirit
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 3
Mark Lanier concludes the summer series on the Attributes of God, focusing on the importance of the Holy Spirit.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WHAT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
What does “holy” mean in Hebrew? Side Note: Mark explains why some Jews are not pro-life using the Hebrew meaning for holy.
What does “holy” mean in Greek?
Who was Plato? What is he famous for? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark to view Mark’s brilliant illustration.
What is the difference between “Spirit” and “spirit”? (Romans 8:16)
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September 3, 2024
Title: The Holy Spirit
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Andrea Lafferty
with Traditional Values Coalition www.traditionalvalues.org
Day 2
Mark Lanier concludes the summer series on the Attributes of God, focusing on the importance of the Holy Spirit.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
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QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WHAT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
What are “brain glasses”? Mark has a great analogy as he explains how our brains consider information.
Is something that is holy also unique, special, sacred, and dedicated?
How does the Oxford English Dictionary define “holy”?
How does the Oxford English Dictionary define “spirit”?
How does the Oxford English Dictionary define “ghost”?
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September 2, 2024
Title: The Holy Spirit
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 1
Mark Lanier concludes the summer series on the Attributes of God, focusing on the importance of the Holy Spirit.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Mark begins the lesson sharing some pictures he found on the internet depicting the Holy Spirit. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 16-minute mark to view the pictures.
WHAT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
Mark reminisces about the hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty!” and his college days at Lipscomb University where he attended a charismatic church.
Why do some versions of the Bible say Holy Spirit and others say Holy Ghost? What’s the difference?
Scripture References: Matthew 1:18; Psalm 51:13
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August 30, 2024
Title: Why Jesus Matters
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
This week, CFBC
Pastor Brent Johnson continues with the short summer series on the
Attributes of God, looking at the characteristics of God that we learn about
from and through the life and ministry of Jesus.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
During this last segment this week, Pastor Brent encourages class members to share their thoughts about how Jesus showed who God is through his life and ministry.
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August 29, 2024
Title: Why Jesus Matters
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
This week, CFBC
Pastor Brent Johnson continues with the short summer series on the
Attributes of God, looking at the characteristics of God that we learn about
from and through the life and ministry of Jesus.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is the theme of the 4 Gospels? On Tuesday, Pastor Brent discussed the Gospel of Matthew and yesterday he reviewed Mark’s Gospel. Today, he moves on to Luke and John.
LUKE
Why do the expectations in Luke seem to be reversed from what we learned in Matthew and Mark?
Why is the Gospel of Luke filled with frustration and chance?
What is the purpose of “equal standing” in Luke?
Scripture References: Luke 13:30, 34; Luke 6:40
JOHN
Why did John refer to himself as the “beloved disciple”?
Why did John write that obeying God meant loving God?
Why does the Gospel of John include references to Eternal Life?
Scripture References: John 21:17; John 14:15-16; John 3:16
NOTE: Pastor Brent shares a picture of the backdrop from Mark Lanier’s daughter’s wedding. It’s amazing! Click the link above and fast-forward to the 51-minute mark to view the picture.
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August 28, 2024
Title: Why Jesus Matters
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
This week, CFBC
Pastor Brent Johnson continues with the short summer series on the
Attributes of God, looking at the characteristics of God that we learn about
from and through the life and ministry of Jesus.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What does “turn the other cheek” mean to you? What did it mean to Jesus? Are there ever any exceptions?
What does “go the extra mile” mean to you? What did it mean to Jesus? Are there ever any exceptions?
What does “love your enemies” mean to you? What did it mean to Jesus? Are there ever any exceptions?
What is the theme of the 4 Gospels? Yesterday, Pastor Brent spoke about the Gospel of Matthew. Today, he discusses Mark’s Gospel, beginning with a quote from CS Lewis: “If you’re thinking of becoming a Christian, I warn you: you’re embarking on something that will take the whole of you.” He then explains how Mark is a book of reliance on God, prayer/communication, and sacrifice, reminding us that communion with God is vital to our spiritual walk.
Scripture References: Mark 1:35; Mark 8:34-38
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August 27, 2024
Title: Why Jesus Matters
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
This week, CFBC
Pastor Brent Johnson continues with the short summer series on the
Attributes of God, looking at the characteristics of God that we learn about
from and through the life and ministry of Jesus.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
NOTE: Pastor Brent shares a picture of the ceiling of the Lanier Theological Library Chapel. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 31-minute mark to view the picture.
What is the theme of the 4 Gospels? In this segment, Pastor Brent discusses how Matthew is a book of organization, community/fellowship, and regulations/law. He also reminds us that God expects us to show others the same grace, compassion, and mercy that He gives to us.
Scripture References: Genesis 1; Matthew 18:23-31; Matthew 5-7 (Sermon on the Mount)
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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August 26, 2024
Title: Why Jesus Matters
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
This week, CFBC
Pastor Brent Johnson continues with the short summer series on the
Attributes of God, looking at the characteristics of God that we learn about
from and through the life and ministry of Jesus.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Pastor Brent gives a short review of the different traits of God we have learned about over the past few months.
WHY DOES JESUS MATTER?
NOTE: Click the link above and fast-forward to the 24-minute mark to view Pastor Brent’s brilliant illustration.
Pastor Brent reads from several Scriptures to explain why Jesus matters: John 1:1, 3; Genesis 1:1; John 1:14; John 14:8-9; John 17:1-4.
Is Jesus God?
Did Jesus live among us?
Do we see God through Jesus?
Did Jesus do all that God commanded of him?
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August 23, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 3
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 5
Mark Lanier
continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week,
he teaches about who God is by explaining what the various names of God mean and
why they are important.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
RELATIONSHIPS:
How is God a “mother”? YES, A MOTHER! (Deuteronomy 32:18; Isaiah 49:15; Isaiah 66:13; Psalm 131:2; Matthew 23:37)
Is God a “Good Sheperd”? (Psalm 23:1; John 10:11)
Is God a “Judge”? (Psalm 7:11)
Why is God referred to as a “teacher”? (Psalm 25:12)
Who is God? Mark quickly reviews from the Westminster Confession of Faith.
POINTS FOR HOME:
Find God – the REAL God. Don’t let things in this world stop you from finding
God.
Honor God. After all, God is your friend!
Mark closes the lesson with a great song by Steven Curtis Chapman, “Be Still and Know”.
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August 22, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 3
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 4
Mark Lanier
continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week,
he teaches about who God is by explaining what the various names of God mean and
why they are important.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WORDS:
What does Yahweh/Jehovah mean? Click the above link and fast-forward to the 48-minute mark to view Mark’s illustrative explanation.
What does Yhwh Rafa mean?
What does Yhwh Shalom mean?
Scripture Reference: Exodus 15:26; Judges 6:24
RELATIONSHIPS:
Why does God refer to himself as King? (Psalm 47:7; Psalm 95:3; 6:5; Jeremiah 10:10)
If God is King, who are we? (Revelation 15:3)
Why is God referred to as a “Father”? (Deuteronomy 32:6; Matthew 6:9; 1 John 3:1)
How is God a “husband”? (Isaiah 54; Revelation 19:7) Mark discusses the responsibilities of husbands.
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August 21, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 3
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 3
Mark Lanier
continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week,
he teaches about who God is by explaining what the various names of God mean and
why they are important.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WORDS:
Has there ever been or will there ever be a place or time that God will not be God?
Mark passionately explains how “little gods” were nothing compared to OUR God.
What does Elohim mean?
What does El Shaddai mean?
What does El Elyon mean?
What does El Ra’i mean?
What does Yahweh/Jehovah mean? Click the above link and fast-forward to the 48-minute mark to view Mark’s illustrative explanation.
Scripture References: Genesis 17; Genesis 16:13; Genesis 22:14
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August 20, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 3
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 2
Mark Lanier
continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week,
he teaches about who God is by explaining what the various names of God mean and
why they are important.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WORDS:
What is the importance of a name, especially in Hebrew and Greek?
So, who is God? What does His name mean?
How were the “gods” named? What did their names mean?
What is the difference between God, Lord, and LORD?
Has there ever been or will there ever be a place or time that God has not been or will not be God?
Mark passionately explains how “little gods” were nothing compared to OUR God.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 3
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August 19, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 3
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 1
Mark Lanier
continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week,
he teaches about who God is by explaining what the various names of God mean and
why they are important.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
GOD’S EMOTIONS
Why does Mark have a special “font” for different languages on his computer? Click the above link and fast-forward to the 21-minute mark to view the fonts.
How can we understand God? How does God communicate with us?
WORDS:
What is God’s “resume”?
What is the importance of a name, especially in Hebrew and Greek?
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August 16, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 2
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 5
How does knowing who God is help us understand the events folding around us in the world today?
Mark Lanier continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week, he continues to explain the importance of knowing God using the Westminster Confession of Faith.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
Yesterday, Mark used Scripture to explain how God is: immense, eternal, almighty, wise, holy, and most free.
Today:
God is “most absolute”. What does this mean? (Exodus 3:14)
Is God’s will unchanging and righteous? (Ephesians 1:11; Proverbs 16:4; Romans 11:36)
Is God gracious, merciful, long-suffering, abundant in goodness and truth, forgiving of iniquity, transgression, and sin? (Exodus 34:6-7)
Mark explains why the writers of the WCF lumped all of these together.
Does God reward those who seek Him? (Hebrews 11:6)
Is God “most just”, but also “terrible” in His judgements? (Nehemiah 9:32-33)
Mark explains what “terrible” meant to the writers of the WCF.
POINTS FOR HOME:
As you get to know God better, He will strengthen you. Get strong!
There’s a difference between knowing about God and knowing God. Go for the gold!
Remember: We will NEVER fully understand God, but we CAN understand Him truly. Follow His path!
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August 15, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 2
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 4
How does knowing who God is help us understand the events folding around us in the world today?
Mark Lanier continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week, he continues to explain the importance of knowing God using the Westminster Confession of Faith.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
GOD’S EMOTIONS
Are God’s emotions simply analogies?
Does God feel “human” emotions?
Are God’s emotions a reflection of what we do?
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
How does the WCF apply to us today? Mark explains that it was an amazing work of theology and literature back then, but we have a much larger grasp on science and nature now so we can understand it better.
How big is God, really? (1 Kings 8:27) Mark explains how God is actually immense!
Is God eternal? (Psalm 90:2)
Will we ever fully understand God and who He is? (Psalm 145:3) Mark says: “We cannot know God fully, but we can know God truly.”
Is God an Almighty God? (Genesis 17:1; Revelation 4:8)
How wise is God? (Romans 16:27)
Is God holy, holy, holy? (Isaiah 6:3)
God is “most free”. What does this mean? (Psalm 115:3)
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August 14, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 2
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 3
How does knowing who God is help us understand the events folding around us in the world today?
Mark Lanier continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week, he continues to explain the importance of knowing God using the Westminster Confession of Faith.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
New-age philosophical teachings have been invading our universities for decades, and now our public schools. What can Christians do to combat this?
Mark reminds us that knowing Scripture isn’t enough; we must understand Scripture. We must also remember that God perfectly made everything in the heavens and on the earth; evil only exists because of sin.
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
Why did the writers begin the WCF with The Trinity? (Deuteronomy 6:4; 1 Corinthains 8:4-6; 1 Thessalonians 1:9; Job 11:7-9; Job 26:24; John 24:24; Deuteronomy 4:15-16; John 4:24)
God is emotional, but He is also without passions; He is immutable. How is this possible? (James 1:17; Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 50:12-13; Deuteronomy 4:24; Psalm 7:11; John 3:16; Matthew 9:36; Mark 3:5)
Are God’s emotions simply analogies? More on this tomorrow…
Book Reference:
The Humble Advice of the Assembly of Divines
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August 13, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 2
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 2
How does knowing who God is help us understand the events folding around us in the world today?
Mark Lanier continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week, he continues to explain the importance of knowing God using the Westminster Confession of Faith.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
New-age philosophical teachings have been invading our universities for decades, and now our public schools. What can Christians do to combat this?
Mark reminds us that knowing Scripture isn’t enough; we must understand Scripture. We must also remember that God perfectly made everything in the heavens and on the earth; evil only exists because of sin.
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
When and why was the WCF written? Who wrote it? Mark discusses the details, explaining that liberalism had already begun to creep into theology and the people sensed a problem.
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August 12, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is Part 2
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 1
How does knowing who God is help us understand the events folding around us in the world today?
Mark Lanier continues the short summer series on the Attributes of God. This week, he continues to explain the importance of knowing God using the Westminster Confession of Faith.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is a “house of truth”?
How are theology and science connected? Mark uses a great illustration, which can be found at the above link around the 22-minute mark. He also quotes several famous philosophers who wrote about faith, truth, and God.
New-age philosophical teachings have been invading our universities for decades, and now our public schools. What can Christians do to combat this? Mark will continue with this tomorrow…
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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August 9, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 5
Mark Lanier planned to continue the lesson series on the Book of Revelation, but felt that completing the short summer series on the Attributes of God was important. This week, Mark picks up where Dr. David Capes left off last week, teaching on the importance of knowing God and knowing who God is.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
Yesterday, Mark explained that the WCF is NOT a replacement for the Bible, but it is still important to study it. He discussed England’s King Charles I, political strife, religious differences, and the writing of the WCF by Parliament.
What is a “covenant”? What did the Puritans believe about covenants?
Mark explains the three different covenants…
What is “liberal theology”? When did it appear in America? Did people speak out against liberal theology and offer warnings?
Does the WCF teach that there is only one God? Does the WCF echo the Bible on this? What about The Trinity? (Deuteronomy 6:4; 1 Corinthians 8:4-6; 1 Thessalonians 1:9; Jeremiah 10:10)
POINTS FOR HOME:
Get strong!
Go for the gold!
Follow His path!
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August 8, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 4
Mark Lanier planned to continue the lesson series on the Book of Revelation, but felt that completing the short summer series on the Attributes of God was important. This week, Mark picks up where Dr. David Capes left off last week, teaching on the importance of knowing God and knowing who God is.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
Is the WCF a replacement for the Bible?
Why is the WCF so interesting to Mark? Why does he believe we should study it?
Mark discusses England’s King Charles I, political strife, religious differences, and the writing of the
WCF by Parliament.
What is a “covenant”? What did the Puritans believe about covenants?
Mark explains the three different covenants…
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
here.
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August 7, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 3
Mark Lanier planned to continue the lesson series on the Book of Revelation, but felt that completing the short summer series on the Attributes of God was important. This week, Mark picks up where Dr. David Capes left off last week, teaching on the importance of knowing God and knowing who God is.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
WHY SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT GOD?
What can we learn about God from Jesus? (John 10:10)
Will thinking about God and knowing Him humble us? (James 4:10) Mark uses the illustration of a one-story house compared to a two-story house as an example. (The illustration can be found at the above link at the 43-minute mark.)
What if you never heard about God? What if someone from a different country tried to tell you about God in their own language?
Life can be painful and frightening. Yes, even for Christians! Mark reminds us that life is so much better, though, when we know who God is.
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH
Why is the WCF so interesting to Mark? Why does he believe we should study it?
Mark discusses England’s King Charles I and will continue in tomorrow’s segment.
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August 6, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 2
Mark Lanier planned to continue the lesson series on the Book of Revelation, but felt that completing the short summer series on the Attributes of God was important. This week, Mark picks up where Dr. David Capes left off last week, teaching on the importance of knowing God and knowing who God is.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Why did Mark complete a degree in Biblical Languages?
Are there some things in the Bible that are “wrong”? Mark uses the example of slaves in response…
How are “theory” and “experience” the same and different?
Mark uses the Trinity as an example…
WHY SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT GOD?
Why is it important for every person to know who God is? (John 17:3; John 10:10)
How can we know God through His son, Jesus Christ?
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August 5, 2024
Title: Knowing Who God Is
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Mark Lanier
with Biblical Literacy (www.Biblical-Literacy.com)
Day 1
Mark Lanier planned to continue the lesson series on the Book of Revelation, but felt that completing the short summer series on the Attributes of God was important. This week, Mark picks up where Dr. David Capes left off last week, teaching on the importance of knowing God and knowing who God is.
To view Mark Lanier’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Mark begins his lesson talking about the very small Anglican church he visited for several weeks while in England. It’s a great story that you don’t want to miss!
Why is Mark always a bit nervous when he teaches or preaches about God? Mark confesses that he simply doesn’t want to mess it up and teach something that isn’t true.
How does the time in which we live affect the way we view God and the Bible? How does the language we speak affect the way we view God and the Bible?
Mark shares several reasons, including why it took so long for the Bible to be translated into different languages (specifically English) and why some churches still teach and preach in Latin.
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August 2, 2024
Title: God’s Majesty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Dr. David Capes
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 5
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Dr. David Capes continues the summer series, “Attributes of God”, discussing the Majesty of God, using the first few verses of Ephesians 1.
Dr. David Capes is the Director of the
Lanier Theological Library.
To view Dr. David Capes’ video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is “election”? (NO not “that” election!) Are we required to do anything specific in order to earn God’s love, affection, mercy, and grace? Dr. Capes continues his discusses of predestination from the past few days, incorporating election into the explanation.
How are we redeemed through the blood of Jesus? When was God’s purpose and will for us through Jesus revealed? Why was it a mystery – a secret? What is our inheritance in Christ? Dr. Capes discusses the second, third, and fourth spiritual blessings found in Ephesians 1.
POINTS FOR HOME:
Decide to follow Jesus TODAY.
Cultivate a new identity through worship.
Recognize that you live in this world, but also the heavenly places through Christ.
Celebrate the redemptive work of the Messiah and the promise of God’s inheritance.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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August 1, 2024
Title: God’s Majesty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Dr. David Capes
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 4
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Dr. David Capes continues the summer series, “Attributes of God”, discussing the Majesty of God, using the first few verses of Ephesians 1.
Dr. David Capes is the Director of the
Lanier Theological Library.
To view Dr. David Capes’ video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is “predestination”? Who are God’s chosen people? Why did God predestine us to be adopted as His sons and daughters?
Dr. Capes discusses this first spiritual blessing found in Ephesians 1.
WHY does God love US? HOW can God love US – imperfect human beings, unworthy of His affection?
Sing along with Dr. Capes: “Just as I Am”.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 31, 2024
Title: God’s Majesty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Dr. David Capes
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 3
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Dr. David Capes continues the summer series, “Attributes of God”, discussing the Majesty of God, using the first few verses of Ephesians 1.
Dr. David Capes is the Director of the
Lanier Theological Library.
To view Dr. David Capes’ video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
How does the Westminster Confession of Faith describe the Trinity of God, the Son, and the Holy Spirit?
Christ is called the Messiah. What does “Christ the Messiah” mean?
Dr. Capes has a great illustrative explanation for this. Click the above link and fast-forward to the 46-minute mark.
Where are the “heavenly places/realms”?
Why did God predestine us to be adopted as His sons and daughters? Dr. Capes discusses this first spiritual blessing found in Ephesians 1.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 30, 2024
Title: God’s Majesty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Dr. David Capes
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 2
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Dr. David Capes continues the summer series, “Attributes of God”, discussing the Majesty of God, using the first few verses of Ephesians 1.
Dr. David Capes is the Director of the
Lanier Theological Library.
To view Dr. David Capes’ video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
How do you view the majesty of God? Do you give God the reverence and respect He deserves?
How can we obtain a new identity in Christ? Dr. Capes references British New Testament scholar Andrew Lincoln (found at the above link around the 32-minute mark).
Why did Paul write the letter of Ephesians? Why was Ephesus considered the “anchor” of the area at the time?
What is the most common Jewish prayer? Click the above link and fast-forward to the 38-minute to view the prayer.
Why did Paul repeat the phrase “to the praise of his glory” three times (in Ephesians 1: 6, 12, and 14)?
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 29, 2024
Title: God’s Majesty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Dr. David Capes
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 1
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Dr. David Capes continues the summer series, “Attributes of God”, discussing the Majesty of God, using the first few verses of Ephesians 1.
Dr. David Capes is the Director of the
Lanier Theological Library.
To view Dr. David Capes’ video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is the purpose of “creeds”? What is the
Westminster Confession of Faith?
What is the majesty of God? Dr. Capes discusses a paper he wrote many years ago for the
Southwestern Journal of Theology concerning Ephesians 1-3.
How do you view the majesty of God? Do you give God the reverence and respect He deserves?
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 26, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
NOTE: WE ARE REPEATING PASTOR BRENT JOHNSON’S FIRST LESSON IN THIS SUMMER SERIES DUE TO ELECTRICITY, SIGNAL, AND INTERNET INTERRUPTIONS AFTER HURRICANE BERYL IN THE HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
YOUR TRUST AND PEACE
Do we have to understand everything that God is doing in our lives to be faithful?
Can we make mistakes and still be loved by God and faithful to Him?
Will trials make us stronger? Pastor Brent reminds us to “pray about
it and don’t worry about it!”
God will give us peace in the midst of our circumstances. Does that also mean the trial is over? Or does that simply mean we have peace?
Scripture References: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 55:8-9; 1 Peter 5:10; Philippians 4:6-7
POINTS FOR HOME:
God is at work in you. Trust and obey so you can resist Satan and stand firm in your faith.
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July 25, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
NOTE: WE ARE REPEATING PASTOR BRENT JOHNSON’S FIRST LESSON IN THIS SUMMER SERIES DUE TO ELECTRICITY, SIGNAL, AND INTERNET INTERRUPTIONS AFTER HURRICANE BERYL IN THE HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN NON-BELIEVERS
Can God use evil for good?
What can we learn from the mistakes others make?
Can God make bad situations good? Pastor Brent mentions Jonah, Joseph, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, and Paul.
Does God use non-believers to fulfill His will and purpose?
Scripture References: Job 38:1-4; Ephesians 2:12-19
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July 24, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
NOTE: WE ARE REPEATING PASTOR BRENT JOHNSON’S FIRST LESSON IN THIS SUMMER SERIES DUE TO ELECTRICITY, SIGNAL, AND INTERNET INTERRUPTIONS AFTER HURRICANE BERYL IN THE HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN BELIEVERS
How does God work in our lives?
How can we best show God that we love Him?
Can prayer help draw us closer to God?
Why should we purposefully honor and worship God? Pastor Brent reminds us that singing in church on Sundays is great BUT there is so much more to worship than that.
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN NON-BELIEVERS
Does God listen to and answer non-believers’ prayers and requests?
Is God at work in the heart of non-believers?
Does God give every single person the same opportunity to believe and trust fully in Jesus?
Will we always personally see the results of God’s plan in our lives?
Can God use evil for good?
Scripture References: Proverbs 16:3-4; Psalm 60:8; Habakkuk 1:5-6; Isaiah 10:5; Job 38:1-4
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July 23, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
NOTE: WE ARE REPEATING PASTOR BRENT JOHNSON’S FIRST LESSON IN THIS SUMMER SERIES DUE TO ELECTRICITY, SIGNAL, AND INTERNET INTERRUPTIONS AFTER HURRICANE BERYL IN THE HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN BELIEVERS
How do we know what God is doing in our lives? Pastor Brent uses the analogy of loving apples verses loving his wife…
How can we show God that we love him?
Will God give us “everything” we ask for? Pastor Brent reminds us that it is important to read and study the Bible in context and not pick and choose only the verses we like.
Does God sometimes leave us in our circumstance to help us grow closer to him?
What can we learn from the High Priestly Prayer by Jesus? (John 17)
What are our responsibilities as we follow God on this earth?
Scripture References: Romans 8:28; John 14:12-15; Ephesians 2:9-10
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July 22, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
NOTE: WE ARE REPEATING PASTOR BRENT JOHNSON’S FIRST LESSON IN THIS SUMMER SERIES DUE TO ELECTRICITY, SIGNAL, AND INTERNET INTERRUPTIONS AFTER HURRICANE BERYL IN THE HOUSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What are attributes?
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH:
What is the
Westminster Confession of Faith? Pastor Brent takes a few minutes to discuss the confession and recommends reading “The Humble Advice of the Assembly of Divines”.
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN BELIEVERS
Is God really in control of everything – the good and the bad?
How do we know, without a shadow of a doubt, that God only wants the best for us?
Can God give us courage to face whatever comes our way?
Can God really take something bad and turn into good?
Scripture References: Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 19, 2024
Title: God Said: I AM
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 5
Mark Lanier is away
for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is
gone. This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming continues the summer series, “Attributes
of God”, reminding us of who God is using scripture and the second chapter
of the Confession of Faith.
To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
If God doesn’t need us, why did He create us? Pastor David reminds us that God DESIRES us and we are His delight!
Is God obligated to love us no matter what we do? Pastor David explains how our relationship with God is not like any other relationship we will ever have.
POINTS FOR HOME:
We can spend our lives looking for love, acceptance, approval, forgiveness, salvation, and victory in the world and never finding it. Or we can spend our lives knowing that we come from a place of love, acceptance, approval, forgiveness, salvation, and victory in Christ Jesus.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 18, 2024
Title: God Said: I AM
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 4
Mark Lanier is away
for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is
gone. This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming continues the summer series, “Attributes
of God”, reminding us of who God is using scripture and the second chapter
of the Confession of Faith.
To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Are you disturbed or troubled by the thought of God’s aseity? Or are you comforted, encouraged, or set-free?
Pastor David discusses the problem with the first two options and why the others are an act of love on our part.
Do you ever compare your faith to others? Does God do that? NOPE!!
Does God depend on us for anything? Professor Matthew Perry, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary:
“The Gospel depends on a God who is not dependent on us.”
On the flip side… Does God owe us anything? ABSOLUTELY NOT!! (Ephesians 2:8-10)
If salvation isn’t about us, why do we need to be saved? Pastor David has a great explanation for this using karate as an example.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 17, 2024
Title: God Said: I AM
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 3
Mark Lanier is away
for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is
gone. This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming continues the summer series, “Attributes
of God”, reminding us of who God is using scripture and the second chapter
of the Confession of Faith.
To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Is God self-sufficient? Does God depend on us for anything? Does God need our help? (Acts 17:24-25; Psalm 50:10-12)
Is God self-satisfied? (Romans 11:33-36) Pastor David explains the difference between us being servants of God and God “needing” us to satisfy him.
What does God’s aseity mean to us? Why is it hard for some to understand that God doesn’t need us for anything, but instead longs for a relationship with us?
Are you disturbed or troubled by the thought of God’s aseity? Or are you comforted, encouraged, or set-free?
Pastor David discusses the problem with the first two options and why the others are an act of love on our part.
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 16, 2024
Title: God Said: I AM
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 2
Mark Lanier is away
for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is
gone. This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming continues the summer series, “Attributes
of God”, reminding us of who God is using scripture and the second chapter
of the Confession of Faith.
To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is the ASEITY of God? Pastor David begins discussing chapter 2 of
The Confession of Faith, which can be found at the above link around the 26-minute mark.
Is God self-existent, pre-existent, and eternal? Does God “need” our prayers in order to grow stronger (like fake “gods”)? Is Jesus also self-existent, pre-existent, and eternal? (John 5)
Is God self-sufficient? Does God depend on us for anything? Does God need our help? (Acts 17:24-25; Psalm 50:10-12)
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 15, 2024
Title: God Said: I AM
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)
Day 1
Mark Lanier is away
for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is
gone. This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming continues the summer series, “Attributes
of God”, reminding us of who God is using scripture and the second chapter
of the Confession of Faith.
To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click
here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is an “attribute”?
Why does Pastor David say that “anything we say about God is an understatement”? He uses Job 7 and Romans 11 as he explains this. He also discusses the
Westminster Confession of Faith and recommends the classic book, “The Humble Advice of the Assembly of Divines”, just as Pastor Brent spoke about last week.
Why don’t Baptist participate in “confession”? If confession isn’t inherently “bad”, what can/should we do instead?
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
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July 11, 2024
Title: God’s Will and Sovereignty
Topic: Attributes of God
Discussed by Pastor Brent Johnson
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Mark Lanier is away for a few weeks, so friends and pastors from CFBC are filling in while he is gone. This week, Pastor Brent Johnson starts off the summer series, “Attributes of God”, with a lesson on God’s will and sovereignty from Ephesians 1:11-14.
To view Pastor Brent Johnson’s video for this lesson, click here.
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What are attributes?
WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH:
What is the
Westminster Confession of Faith? Pastor Brent takes a few minutes to discuss the confession and recommends reading “The Humble Advice of the Assembly of Divines”.
GOD’S WILL AND SOVEREIGNTY IN BELIEVERS
Is God really in control of everything – the good and the bad? br />
How do we know, without a shadow of a doubt, that God only wants the best for us?
Can God give us courage to face whatever comes our way?
Can God really take something bad and turn it into good?
Scripture References: Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28
For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click
here.
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